Devil Gate Drive

Suzi Quatro

About Devil Gate Drive

"Devil Gate Drive" is a song by American singer Suzi Quatro. It was Quatro's second (and final) solo number one single in the UK, spending two weeks at the top of the chart in February 1974. According to ukcharts.20m.com, she only reached number one again, in the UK, 13 years and 26 days later (as part of the Ferry Aid band in a charity version of the Lennon–McCartney song "Let It Be"). Written and produced by Nicky Chinn and Mike Chapman, "Devil Gate Drive" was the second number one in a row for the "ChinniChap" writing and production team, following the success of "Tiger Feet" by Mud. The single was re-recorded for Quatro's 1995 album What Goes Around as the opening track. The track was the B-side to the re-release in 1987, when "Can the Can" became a minor hit. A vocal extract was used on Orbital's "Bigpipe Style". The song was featured on the show Happy Days, during season 5, on the episode "Fonzie and Leather Tuscadero, Part II". Quatro played Leather Tuscadero on the show. 


Year:
1997
3:47
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Hey, you all want to go down to Devil Gate Drive?
Well, come on!

Welcome to 'The Dive'!

Well, at the age of five they can do their jive
Down in Devil Gate Drive
And at the age of six they're gonna get their kicks
Down in Devil Gate Drive
Well your mama don't know where your sister done go
She gone down to the Drive. She's the start of the show
And let her move on up. Let her come let her go.
She can jive
Down in Devil Gate Drive

So come alive. Come alive
Down in Devil Gate Drive
So come alive. Come alive
Down in Devil Gate...down in Devil Gate
Down in Devil Gate Drive
Down in Devil Gate...down in Devil Gate
Down in Devil Gate Drive

When they reach their teens, that's when they all get mean
Down in Devil Gate Drive
When I was sweet sisteen I was the jukebox queen
Down in Devil Gate Drive
I lead the angel pack on the road to sin
Knock down the gates!
Let me in. Let me in
Don't mess me 'round, cause you know where I've been
To 'The Dive' down in Devil Gate Drive

So come alive. Come alive
Down in Devil Gate Drive
So come alive. Come alive
Down in Devil Gate...down in Devil Gate
Down in Devil Gate Drive
Down in Devil Gate...down in Devil Gate
Down in Devil Gate Drive

Well your mama don't know where your sister done go
She goes down to the Drive. She's the start of the show
Let her move on up. Let her come let her go.
She can jive
Down in Devil Gate Drive

So come alive. Come alive
Down in Devil Gate Drive
So come alive. Come alive
Down in Devil Gate...down in Devil Gate
Down in Devil Gate Drive
Down in Devil Gate...down in Devil Gate
Down in Devil Gate Drive

Come on, boys. Let's do it one more time for Suzi!
Are you ready, now?

Come alive. Come alive Yeah!

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Suzi Quatro

Susan Kay "Suzi" Quatro:2 (born 3 June 1950) is a British-based American singer-songwriter, bass guitar player, and actor. She is the first female bass player to become a major rock star. This broke a barrier to women's participation in rock music.:1–3 more »

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Written by: Michael Donald Chapman, Nicholas Barry Chinn

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10 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Devil Gate Drive" is a song by American singer Suzi Quatro. It was written by Nicky Chinn and Mike Chapman, a famous British songwriting team.
Release Information
The track was released in January 1974 as a single and later appeared on Quatro's second album, "Quatro".
Chart Success
"Devil Gate Drive" is one of Quatro's biggest hits. In the UK, it peaked at number one on the UK Singles Chart – her second single to do so. It also reached number one in Australia and number two in Ireland.
Genre and Style
"Devil Gate Drive" is a rock and roll song, which also incorporates elements of glam rock. It features an uptempo beat and energetic vocals from Quatro.
Song Theme
The song's lyrics describe a fictional place called "Devil Gate Drive", where rebellious youths gather. It portrays a rebellious and adventurous spirit, echoing the counterculture of the 1970s.
Live Performances
Quatro often finishes her live concerts with this song, and it was also a centerpiece of her performances on the British TV show Top of the Pops.
Cultural Impact
The song has been covered by several artists, including comedy band The Barron Knights. It's also featured in the 2010 film "Made in Dagenham" and appears on the soundtrack to the 2017 video game "Agents of Mayhem".
Reception
Critics have praised "Devil Gate Drive" for its energy, infectious rhythm, and Quatro's charismatic vocal performance. It is often highlighted as a standout track in her discography.
Popular Music Video
The music video for "Devil Gate Drive" is also popular among fans. In it, Quatro and her band perform the song in a rowdy bar setting.
Legacy
"Devil Gate Drive" is considered a classic of the glam rock era and has endured in popularity. The song is often played and referenced in various media, underlining its status as a cultural touchstone.

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